Both a handgun and a pump/semi shotgun.
If I think I hear something I'll grab the pistol. If I know I heard something I grab the shotgun.
Best to lay in wait, behind cover, calling 911 if actually an intrusion is occurring. Best advantage right there.
If possible get with someone or a shooting range and pop some clays. It's a riot and most love it. It will help develop skills that are invaluable if in a life threatening scenario.
My range SRGC allows non-members to shoot clays on Wed (afternoons) and Sat/Sun. Bring a shotgun and ammo (#7-1/2 to 8 shot) for clay. Most will recommend 00 buckshot for self defense and a few a slug or two at the end of the tube. 00 buck is good for about 100 yard radius and a slug will crack an engine block and eventually stop a car. Both will defeat a car door rather easily.
If I think I hear something I'll grab the pistol. If I know I heard something I grab the shotgun.
Best to lay in wait, behind cover, calling 911 if actually an intrusion is occurring. Best advantage right there.
If possible get with someone or a shooting range and pop some clays. It's a riot and most love it. It will help develop skills that are invaluable if in a life threatening scenario.
My range SRGC allows non-members to shoot clays on Wed (afternoons) and Sat/Sun. Bring a shotgun and ammo (#7-1/2 to 8 shot) for clay. Most will recommend 00 buckshot for self defense and a few a slug or two at the end of the tube. 00 buck is good for about 100 yard radius and a slug will crack an engine block and eventually stop a car. Both will defeat a car door rather easily.
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